Progress and Madness

Are we, the humans, happier than in previous centuries?

Are we living longer and healthier lives?

Do we have better mental and psychological health?

Do we see far fewer crimes and criminal activities in our societies?

Do we have more caring and less corrupt governments and politicians?

Are we freer?

Are we leading better lives now than a century ago?

The answers to all these and many more similar questions are not straight, yes!

An inaudible and omnipresent voice murmurs in our ears constantly lest we forget that we have made progress!